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Built in flash not working.is this repairable? would an add on flash be a suitable alternative?

This would be a very expensive option, i.e. repair. I would definitely suggest an add on flash as the best option. ...
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Cost of repair is free with free shipping too! This definitely sounds like it might be a defective CCD imager. If so, Canon will fix this for you for free, including free shipping both ways. This is regardless of your camera's warranty status. Pleas ...
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Nikon D100 SLR Built in Flash Repair

Allisonsylvi,That's hard to answer until it is seen by the repair person, a reputable repair shop might be able to cannibalize another camera for the pop up flash parts pretty cheap and you just have to pay his hourly rate (the big variable). ...
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I have a Canon Digital EOS Rebel XT and the built-in flash no longer pops up when needed. This started happening after using a Canon speedlite, but then removing it. I've tried resetting everything, and tried all modes expecting that the ones listed in the manual as using a flash would work, but they dont, it never pops up.
I lifted up the flash with my fingernail manually, and then tried taking a picture where a flash was most definitely needed, but it still had a long delay, no flash, and

In addition to resetting all the camera settings you should also choose the "clear all custom functions" option that is also available from the same menu. Once that's done. Put the camera in Full Auto mode and see if the issue is resolved. ...
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How much would it cost to repair a flash on a

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Broken camera I have a Minolta Dimage Z1 3.2 mp digital camera would like to know if it's worth fixing this is what's wrong with it : battery door does not close 2 broken latches,flash does not work,no lens cover,makes noises while taking shots and is slow . How much would it cost to repair this....

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I've had the 5700 since 2003, which at the the time I paid $1200 for it. E-Bay is now selling for a bid of $85. At any rate, I cannot manipulate the menu to make any settings. I have a flashing update icon for date & time, but cannot set. Also, the zoom control is unresponsive. I have no idea where to get an estimate for a repair & let's face it, the repair would probably cost more then what I can purcahse a new digital SLR camera for with more features than what I paid for the 5700. Any correct

This link will guide you for free estimates of reparing the camera.if its worth reparing after getting the estimate get it repaired.if its costly you can go for new.for reparing estimates cost of camera ...
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Built in flash will not work i put it on P mode still nothing i paid good money for this camera for this to happen also have bought the 580 ex speedflash 10-22mm ultra lens ef 70-300 lens and would like for the flash to work w/ the money i have tied up on accceroies want the fisheye lens but I'm leary now this camera was bought in dec 09

Nikon D40 built in flash not working, it seems the the flash will not popup when you take a photo indoors when it should.
Has anyboby any idea why and how it can be fixed, and how much would it cost to fix it?
Any info welcome.

Flash i have a canon digital rebel xti, everything was working properly until i connected a additional lamp, after disconnecting my built in flash lamp would not pop up. how can i fix this problem?

I found the answer and fixed my flash. Look on http://photo.net/bboard/q-and-a-fetch-msg?msg_id=00ODWfThis\015\012will describe how, if you have been using a speedlite alot, than the\015\012little tab under the shutter release side of the ...
Canon Rebel XT / EOS 350D Digital Camera

How do you put the flash off on the canon 50D, while shooting in P? I would like to take photos of my daughter's first dance concert tonight, and we are not allowed to use a flash. Alternatively, which setting should be good in low light? Thanks

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Canon EOS 50D Digital Camera

Dv 5500 i have a dv5500 digital camera since new i have had a problem with the ok button when i try to advance picture display the button performs a different function only when i press the right sideof the button left side top and bottum work fine camera seems complicated to set features such as flash at night could not figure that out any help would be appreciated can i send the camera some where in newengland area usa for repair [email protected] jerry fasciano 94 nichols st everett,ma 02149

I have a Olympus X-560WP & when I turned it on, the screen appears with a P in the left corner, a red flash symbol in the right corner & it says on the bottom +1.0 1/30 F3.7.
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HP PHOTOSMART Have you ever seen a HP Photo Smart 315 Digital camera with the error code ERR 204. My camera worked great for the first year, then started coming up with the error 204 flashing in the top Display. It locked up when this happened. It has been collecting dust for a few years now. I contacted HP and they told me to send them $300.00 and the camera and they would repair it. I only paid $200.00 for it when I bought it on sale. I have looked for years on the net for a solution and

Oh yer, you are correct. They are in alphabetical order too. Still does not mean that I to have anything to do with them. I have all catogories selected for access to chat as I can still talk someone through an owners manual... thats about the depth ...
Digital Cameras

My Samsung CX1L DSLR camera is telling me that there is no battery power (the flashing battery sign on the top display) even when I've put new batteries in. I'm guessing there's a bit of a dodgy connection somewhere, but could I sort this myself, or would I have to get it repaired somewhere?

First, try cleaning the battery contacts with an ink pen type eraser, not a pencil eraser, but one that is made to erase ink. These are a little gritty and usually white, not red rubber.If this does not work, and you are sure they are NEW batte ...
Samsung Digital Cameras

Same problem.. cannot put my built in flash on hold..keeps on popping..anyone have a good alternative solution? TIA

I own an Olympus Evolt E-500. Unfortunately, it was dropped and landed on the corner of the case near the battery door. The camera turns on, lcd screen, flash, and shutter seem to work, BUT pictures are black. Difficult to view anything thru viewfinder. Camera store told me they didn't know what was wrong, but would cost me at least $270 to repair. 1) does anyone know what is wrong, 2) can I fix it myself?

I found this camera available for purchase as brand new for $450. Spending nearly $300 to repair an older version may no be a wise choice. You may find there is a market for the camera in its current non-working condition on eBay.With that ...
Olympus EVOLT E-500 Digital Camera

Nikon D90. Cannot Lock Built In Flash down

I have a Panasonic DMC-TZ1 that I can't get the flash to go off on. The only flash setting that works on my camera is no flash setting and the icon for the no flash symbol appears white. The rest of the settings such as automatic flash with red-eye, and automatic flash, ect... are red. Is this a settings issues or a repair issue? If it is a repair issue could you tell me what on the camera needs to be repaired. Weather it be the LED light is broken or a resistor or transistor on the circuit

I sent my canon a85 for repair to my local camera repair shop. The problem was the ccd.the camera shop was unable to repair and sent it to canon .canon said repair shop had made a mess when putting camera back together again and would cost £142 to put right.is it worth the cost or would i be able to repair it myself with spare parts .regards joe

Hi,It is a pity you did not visit the Canon Website for the FREE WORLD WIDE Recall you could have benefitted like I did also if the product is out of warranty. I bought mine in 2003 in Berkshire (RG12) and got repaired by Canon for FREE in Ital ...
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My nikon d40 built in flash is not working suddenly. the camera didn't fall. my son took some pictures with it then suddenly the flash stopped firing. everything is ok except the built in flash.the flash lever keeps on clicking everytime i make a shot but the flash is not firing.

Wanting to use add on flash

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Nikon D40x Digital Camera

I have a pentax IST DS. Three months ago I had the camera repaired with the technician telling me there was something wrong with the memory card reader. Symptoms - able to take a picture but when I would go to review the picture I would either get a message that said the image could not be viewed or the image would appear with faint vertical lines on it. When trying to remove these images from the memory card the files did not appear. Three months after the repair the same problems are occurin